Robot Programmer

ManpowerGroup; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup’s client, a leading industrial automation and advanced manufacturing solutions provider, is seeking a Robot Programmer to join the Automation Engineering Department in Romulus, MI. You will program, troubleshoot, and optimize FANUC robots, integrating iRVision systems and supporting production start-ups.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, attention to detail, and strong collaboration with Manufacturing and Controls Engineering teams to drive continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Experience identifying and solving automation and robotics issues.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering teams to implement robust solutions.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and troubleshoot FANUC robots for automated manufacturing applications.
• Develop and optimize robot paths, cycle times, and overall system performance.
• Integrate and support FANUC iRVision systems for guidance, inspection, and part location.
• Commission robotic cells and support start-up activities at production sites.
• Diagnose and resolve robotics, vision, and automation issues while supporting continuous improvement.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Tools

FANUC robots

iRVision

Job description

Our client, a leading industrial automation and advanced manufacturing solutions provider , is seeking a Robot Programmer to join their team. As a Robot Programmer , you will be part of the Automation Engineering Department supporting the Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, and Production Teams . The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills , attention to detail , and excellent collaboration abilities , which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Robot Programmer

Location: Romulus, MI.

Pay Range: $50 H/r

What’s the Job?

• Program, configure, and troubleshoot FANUC robots for automated manufacturing applications.

• Develop and optimize robot paths, cycle times, and overall system performance.

• Integrate and support FANUC iRVision systems for guidance, inspection, and part location.

• Commission robotic cells and support start-up activities at production and customer sites.

• Diagnose and resolve robotics, vision, and automation system issues while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What’s Needed?

• Minimum 3+ years of experience programming FANUC robots in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with GRS standards and/or FANUC iRVision.

• Strong troubleshooting skills related to robotics, vision systems, and automation equipment.

• Understanding of robot coordinate systems, tool frames, user frames, and robot programming concepts.

• Experience with robot commissioning, production support, and interpreting electrical drawings and technical documentation.

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with advanced robotic automation technologies.

• Exposure to FANUC iRVision and cutting-edge manufacturing systems.

• Collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

• Professional growth through challenging automation projects.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.